Commas Practice

Commas Practice

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English

5th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of a comma in a sentence?

Back

Commas are used to separate items in a list, to indicate a pause, or to clarify meaning in a sentence.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When should you use a comma before 'and' in a list?

Back

You should use a comma before 'and' in a list of three or more items (known as the Oxford comma). For example: 'I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Correct the sentence: 'I like to read write and draw.'

Back

I like to read, write, and draw.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a compound sentence?

Back

A compound sentence is made up of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction, often requiring a comma before the conjunction.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Correct the sentence: 'My favorite colors are blue green and red.'

Back

My favorite colors are blue, green, and red.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When should you use a comma after an introductory phrase?

Back

You should use a comma after an introductory phrase to separate it from the main clause. For example: 'After dinner, we went for a walk.'

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Correct the sentence: 'Before the game we practiced hard.'

Back

Before the game, we practiced hard.

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